Kigali weather in September (Rwanda)

What does the weather outlook for Kigali look like in September? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

You’ll find the weather in Kigali during September to be perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 28°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 17°C.

Precipitation

Kigali in September usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 62 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 12 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 210 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kigali climate page with graphs.

 

Kigali, monthly averages in September

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 41%  

Precipitation 62 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Sunshine 210 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Rwanda in September

Find out more about the weather in Rwanda and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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